Many job scams like the one for which I was interviewed by LA’s Fox 11 are ripping off millions of dollars from desperate people. Lessons: network and we need old journalism.
Many of us want to make a huge change in the world around us, but finding out exactly how is an enormous challenge. Nevertheless, if you want to make a difference while making a living at your life’s calling, it is not impossible. Susan McPherson of Fenton is an example.
The social media world has created a conundrum for both organizations and individual users alike. On one hand, the new digital media gives new opportunities to market their products or mission. Users, however, are becoming more savvy as to how to use these tools. The trifecta, Facebook, LinkedIn, & Twitter, still reign-for now.
Whether you are starting a business, promoting an event, or trying to win a “blogging” contest, I want to share social media pointers that I think can work for you, your firm, or your personal goals.
We got Blackberry smartphones last month . . . deciding to hold off on getting the beloved iPhones since the national carrier in the US is notorious for awful service. Yes, it’s easy to get sucked into the world of smartphone toys: apps for Blackberry phones are not as ubiquitous as those of the iPhones, [...]
LinkedIn’s spectacular growth and importance in the working world means more distracting posts and sharply-worded reminders from folks who think they are the arbiters of what and what is not appropriate social media interaction. True, LinkedIn is still an indespensible service. Nevertheless, what about taking a break from LinkedIn and becoming a big fish in [...]
Going though a period of unemployment and career transition is frustrating. Here are some suggestions that can make this time more bearable. During the last several months, I have met many amazing individuals who, like me, aim to transition into a green-collar job. I also know many talented people with sparkling credentials who have been [...]
Last month’s posting on building your professional green network raised all kinds of hackles . . . and dare I say segued into expanding my network, as I have met many fantastic people since that week. I want to drill down a level, discuss email, and how it can be a tool to meeting more [...]
“What do I do now?” – Robert Redford’s character in the 1971 film, The Candidate. The Information Interview. You’ve finally tracked down that person at that company or in that industry for which you want to work. Maybe it took a few emails or phone calls . . . perhaps you even told that [...]
It has happened to all of us. You walked into a “green” event for which you paid US$20, stood around bored, and thought, “Should’ve stayed home and freed some space on the DVR.” True, part of the problem is that online calendars are choc-a-block with such events, and in a down economy, you have everyone [...]